Jobs at RTI International

YOUTH ENTREPRENEURSHIP SPECIALIST

Job Description
RTI
is currently seeking expressionsof interest for a Youth
Entrepreneurship Specialist for an anticipated upcoming USAID-funded
program in Tanzania. Preferred candidates will have specific experience
in youth-focused programming in the areas of agriculture, workforce
development, or enterprise development in Tanzania.

The Youth
Entrepreneurship Specialist will be responsible for developing and
implementing a strategy for youth capacity building in entrepreneurship,
job readiness, job skills, labor rights, and other work force
development topics, particularly focused on the agricultural sector.

Primary Responsibilities:

Outreach to agri-businesses in Tanzania to develop internship and employment opportunities for at-risk youth;
Participate in the development of workforce development training curriculum;
Promote entrepreneurship and self-employment opportunities;
Coordinate with technical secondary institutions maximize opportunities for partnerships and private sector collaboration;
Assess the employment and workforce development needs of at-risk youth,
residing in Tanzania to determine suitability and eligibility for
program participation;
Develop strategy to assist job seekers in
finding career opportunities, on-the-job-training opportunities, and
post-secondary options;
Provide routine status reports to Project Director on progress;
Assist with the collection of verification of employment and other
required documentation required to meet M&E performance measurements
and/or indicators.
Provide required documentation for approval of supportive services for client transportation, employment, and training needs;
Establish and maintain relationships with local companies and training
opportunities to support career path needs of participants enrolled in
services;
Network with local community agencies to support youth participant recruitment and other developmental needs.
Contribute to the development of youth job readiness curriculum;
Prepare and submit weekly and monthly reports and required documentation demonstrating progress of weekly and monthly goals;
Assist with the Intake process to ensure potential participants are serviced in a timely manner.
Attend and actively participate in team, agency, appropriate trainings, and other required meetings identified by director.

Job Description
RTI is currently seeking qualified Chief of Party candidates with
experience leading USAID-funded Agriculture and Youth Entrepreneurship
programs in the Sub-Saharan Africa region for an upcoming opportunity in
Tanzania. The Chief of Party should have a blend of senior management
and technical expertise to effectively lead and manage programs in the
sector of agriculture and economic development, inclusive of women and
youth. Preferred candidates will have specific experience in
youth-focused programming, entrepreneurship, and workforce development.

The COP will provide overall strategic direction and technical and
administrative leadership for the activity. S/he will serve as primary
liaison with USAID/Tanzania on management and technical matters. The
Chief of Party is responsible for overall project performance,
management, and execution and ensures exceptional quality and timeliness
of project deliverables within budget and compliance parameters. The
COP will take a leadership role in coordination among USAID and key
stakeholders and other implementing partners.

Primary Responsibilities:

Manage technical and administrative personnel and subcontractors in the
implementation of a large, complex activity to increase economic
opportunities for youth in the agriculture sector through
entrepreneurship, vocational training, and workforce development.
Ensure that all activities conform to the terms and conditions of
project requirements, including cost, schedule and quality parameters.
Serve as primary liaison to USAID/ Tanzania on management and strategic
issues to maximize impact and scale, minimize costs, and maximize
efficiency and sustainability in achieving project requirements.
Lead the coordination of program activities among a diverse group of
stakeholders and beneficiaries and other activity partners.
Ensure
internal integration of project activities through: 1) the annual work
plan and budgeting process; 2) creating/maintaining an effective project
management team; 3) overseeing an effective monitoring and evaluation
system.
Provide leadership and oversight for areas such as finance,
operations, client reporting, external communications, and human
resources.
Develop and implement practices to ensure a high level of staff morale and retention.

Qualifications
Master’s-level degree in relevant field and at least 12 years of
experience in agriculture or youth-focused entrepreneurship programs.
2-5 years of experience managing USG-funded programs (particularly
USAID) in either a Chief of Party or Deputy Chief of Party capacity.
Experience developing effective and sustained private sector partnerships.
Prior experience working in East Africa
Demonstrated technical expertise in agriculture and youth entrepreneurship
Reputation for professional excellence (as evidenced by references and achievements).
Demonstrated senior manager with strong knowledge of USG (particularly
USAID) rules and regulations and effective cross-cultural interpersonal
skills.
Ability to resolve sensitive and complicated work issues
with country counterparts, donor representatives, and senior-level
staff.
Language Ability: Oral and written fluency in English. Kiswahili fluency preferred.